2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (520 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
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2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Vanquish | 300 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 520 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 71 L |